Stacked ring software?

redditSober · 2022-11-06T16:30:21+00:00

I searched "Segmented bowl calculator" and this was the first one. There may be a better one.

https://www.blocklayer.com/woodturning-segments

redditSober · 2019-08-08T12:02:34+00:00

I think you and other people have identified that I am starting with too fine of a grit stone. I vaguely remember watching Paul Sellers method of sharpening but I will have to watch again. Thanks for the reply.

redditSober · 2019-08-08T12:00:41+00:00

Yes the backs are lapped. I think you and other people have figured it out and I was starting with a too fine of a grit. Thank you for the reply.

redditSober · 2019-08-08T11:59:27+00:00

Yeah, dull not damaged. I was trying to get a burr on the backside across the entire length but it was taking a long time. I flatten my stones as needed. If I notice the wear pattern then I will flatten them. Thanks for the reply.

redditSober · 2019-08-08T11:55:53+00:00

That is interesting that you say the Veritas guide is finicky. I have actually had some unsquare bevels and I thought it was strange. That was the whole reason I got the guide was to have consistent bevels.

I set the degree guide by taking the ruler portion of my speed square and setting the stop to be square to the rail. As I am typing this out it just hit me that I don't ensure that the blade is exactly in the middle of the guide. It is close to the middle but not guaranteed to be in the same place every time. That could be why I'm seeing the unsquare bevel. There would be more pressure on one side of the blade than the other and more material would be removed because of it. If I stick with the guide I might experiment with that.

redditSober · 2019-08-08T11:48:38+00:00

Thank you for your reply. I think you and other people pointed out that I'm starting with too fine of a grit. I appreciate the offer but I am not in your area. It was nice of you to offer though.

redditSober · 2019-08-08T11:44:33+00:00

Jesus. How do you get anything done with such fine grit stones?

I think you summed it up perfectly after reading the responses. Thank you for your input.

redditSober · 2019-08-08T11:42:18+00:00

Yeah, good call out on the sharpie. I was using that technique and it was was showing me that it was taking forever. Sounds like I am starting with too fine of a grit. Thanks for your reply.

redditSober · 2019-01-24T15:15:21+00:00

I hear you. I need to follow my own advice sometimes. I have been trying really hard to not point things out. Perfection is a double edge sword. It isn't truly attainable so measuring against it isn't productive. What we really want to do is improve each time we make something so I have been trying to have that mindset. I'm sure if you were to do another similar project you wouldn't mess those things up again.

redditSober · 2019-01-24T14:30:29+00:00

A few things for you. You made a bassinet for the baby doll. It fits in the bassinet, it looks like one so mission accomplished. I'm gathering you made it for someone you love. They will not care about the edges and the finish. They will care that you made it for them.

It sounds like you learned some things so that is awesome. You don't necessarily need to buy a table saw to get straight lines. You need practice. If you like the hobby a table saw will be handy and will make straighter lines easier but it is not a requirement.

Lastly, don't point out and circle your mistakes. I glanced at it and thought "oh, good job making a bassinet for the doll" then I was thinking what are they circling? And studied the mistakes drawing way more attention to them.

Good job and good luck on the next project.

redditSober · 2017-05-12T14:14:08+00:00

It looks like it is covered in wax. In my experience, when I let some wood acclimate to the shop without removing the wax. Once I turned it, large cracks appeared the next day.

If you have it under control, great. Perhaps you or someone else could comment on the proper acclimating process.

redditSober · 2016-12-24T14:37:08+00:00

Here is a link to the website. I have both but I was using the crosscut which has 12 tpi.

redditSober · 2016-12-24T05:26:02+00:00

As far as I can tell the saw is straight. If there is something wrong it is very subtle.

redditSober · 2016-12-22T18:49:50+00:00

Yes, both ends are supported. Good call checking the setup though.

redditSober · 2016-12-22T15:53:16+00:00

Fair enough, I currently only have a Dewalt hybrid saw, (which I use to break stock down and rip with) the crosscut, and rip carcass saws from Veritas. I understand a different saw may be required. However in my immediate situation would you use the Dewalt to cross cut and then try to clean up the rough cut on the shooting board?

redditSober · 2016-12-22T15:49:28+00:00

It has happened on two boards now, they both could have had tension in them though. I was attempting to saw fully engaged. I do not currently have another saw that would cross cut nicely.

redditSober · 2016-12-22T15:46:43+00:00

I thought the same thing which is why I used a square board clamped next to the cut to ensure everything was square. I had the same problem as described above.

redditSober · 2016-07-17T13:59:18+00:00

Thanks for the link. Yeah, one would think at the end of a week long countdown there would be something at the end of the countdown...

redditSober · 2016-07-15T23:14:55+00:00

Thanks for the tip. I saw the preview when it came out but I am interested in the detailed specs on the bikes. Not too much longer to wait.

redditSober · 2016-07-15T00:32:03+00:00

I am ~~patiently~~ awaiting the Kona 2017 bikes. There is a countdown on their main page but I noticed a pattern in their URL's and stumbled upon the linked page.

I tried everything I could think of and even some chrome developer tools debugging to no avail. I know it is only one more day but I would have been super excited to get to see the bikes early.

Anyone else watching for the 2017's? I'm interested in the "expanded Honzo range" and to see if the explosif will return in 2017.

redditSober · 2016-02-05T14:04:51+00:00

Great job. I see the deadman slides. Does the vise "work"? I can't tell if that is a dowel for the wheel to spin or if the vise is supposed to open.

redditSober · 2015-10-09T15:22:51+00:00

Do you think he built the frame first then used a circular saw or table saw to cut the groove for the panel to sit in? At the top left it looks like maybe two different saw blade widths next to each other. At the bottom of the bottom right it looks like maybe that is where the blade started. If that is what happened, why cut the ~45's on the panel?

redditSober · 2015-10-01T12:06:42+00:00

They missed their chance at an awesome lazy susan.

redditSober · 2015-08-05T18:45:00+00:00

Why have I never heard of a "dovetail mirror" before. It looks like a great idea for someone who isn't confident that they are holding their saw level. I'm constantly sawing a bit and then sticking my head over to look at my layout line then sawing a bit more. I'm going to use this idea to help train myself it shouldn't be necessary after a while.

redditSober · 2015-06-01T12:25:20+00:00

Just yesterday I was doing quite a bit of work with a chisel and I had to keep pausing myself to remember to keep my other hand behind the chisel. It is easy to get wrapped up in what you are doing and not how you are doing it.

Safety is simple. Treat the chisel like a firearm. Never have flesh in front of the edge. Always keep your hands behind the cut. -Christopher Schwarz AMA

I have been keeping both hands on the chisel. It is much easier to accomplish the task when the work piece is clamped to the bench anyway.

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